2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Express | Esprit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |